Issue # 321

Remote Viewing - A telepathic means of 'viewing' events in a different time and space.

Shiokadelicious - Amateur chefs and homemakers will love this enthusiastic Food Blog that focuses on the enjoyment of cooking and sharing homemade dishes.

The Morning News - With a format similar to the popular Salon.com, The Morning News is a non-profit, free online news magazine published Monday through Friday.

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Paper Plate Education - Hands-on activities that use common paper plates to teach science, math, history, geography and more, from using the arcs on the plate to show the altitude of a star to launching a paper plate.

The Four Word Film Review - Cut to the chase at The Four Word Film Review where the long-awaited feature "Spiderman" is summed up as "Red guy jumps around".

Logical Fallacies - Where you can analyze precisely why the other guy's argument just doesn't add up.

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Frommer's Budget Travel - The cheapest places on earth, the world's best and worst budget hotel chains, even a Civil-War themed 600-mile budget auto tour --- no one has been getting there cheaper, longer, than Arthur Frommer.

Van Gogh's Letters - Many of the details of the master artist's life are revealed through his personal letters, including his diet and penchant for alcohol, certain incessant psychological conditions such as agoraphobia and depression, as well as more intimate revelations.

Capture The Moment - Examine over 100 unforgettable photos that have been taken since 1941 which are featured on this fascinating online exhibition.

Watching the Media - If you are among those who feel that the media is somewhat untrustworthy and lacking in integrity, this site will hit home with its rants pointing out the shortcomings of the media.

Fashion 'Zine - With monthly updates on the hottest new models, a section devoted entirely to industry gossip, and articles on photographers, designers and other fashion personalities, the site is as chic as they come.

Issue # 322

Changing Minds - This is a fascinating website that delves into the real potential we all have to 'change' one another's mind.

Borowitz Report - Amateur chefs and homemakers will love this enthusiastic Food Blog that focuses on the enjoyment of cooking and sharing homemade dishes.

Degree Confluence Project - What's on the corner of 50 degrees north latitude and 5 degrees east longitude? Curious? Well so were the creators of the Degree Confluence Project.

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Halloween - With the scariest day of the year approaching most of us are busy with last minute costume decisions.

Remember when - Take a long sweet relaxing journey back in time and "Remember When" life moved a whole lot slower.

EnchantedHighway.net - Those who can't make it to rural North Dakota can still appreciate the work of local artist Gary Greff.

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History Detectives (PBS) - The series pushes past the accepted fact and standard fare in our history books to find the truth behind the biggest mysteries, most infamous scandals, legendary objects, and other human folklore of years past.

The Dream of Flight - Focuses on the many dreams and events that led up to the Wright Brother's incredible achievement.

Asian Pacific Toy Chest - This eccentric and enthusiastic hobbyist's website is dedicated to Asian Pacific American toys.

Company Name Etymologies - Ever wonder why Qantas is called Qantas, or how companies like Adidas, Starbucks and Google got their names? The answers to these corporate mysteries can be found at Wikipedia.org.

They Made America - Based on the book by Howard Evans, "They Made America" profiles a dozen individuals whose innovative spirit and entrepreneurial savvy has shaped our wonderful nation.

Issue # 323

Superhero Hype - Has all the latest news, reviews, and interviews on new hero-related games, movies, DVD's, websites, television and comics.

The Nocturnes - The aim of the Nocturnes website is to promote night photography and to serve as a community for nocturnal photographers.

Global Warming Facts and Our Future - An interactive learning tool to the facts and figures behind Global Warming.

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Minimus - Modern nomads prone to constant travel should bookmark this online store, which specializes in 'travel size' items.

Better Burger - Enter your personal recipe into the "Build a Better Burger" contest and win $50,000, not to mention national fame in the burger community.

Fraud Frond.com - A hilarious and eye-opening site that pays tribute to the 32,000'Bogus Botanicals and Counterfeit Conifers' strategically placed in cities across America.

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Chiloe Stories - On the brink of commercial infringement, take a peaceful look through photos and read stories about the Chiloan society, including their fascinating youth, rich mythology and traditional way of life.

The Paperback Revolution - Explores this 'democratisation' of books, as the paperback blurred the lines between what was considered to be 'High' and 'Low' literature.

Plastic Soldier Review - Get up-to-date news and reviews on a variety of models, from Austrian Uhlans to Samurai Warriors and French Line Infantry from the early 19th Century.

Graveyard of the Pacific - Despite its morbid leanings, this Virtual Museum of Canada website is a lot of fun, and also provides insight into an interesting niche of nautical history.

Forgotten Ohio - Ohio has a deep history and is host to a wide array of fascinating sites. "Forgotten Ohio" explores the darker side of this diverse state.

Issue # 324

Barrel House Blues - Now one of America's oldest and purest musical genres has a great online home at BarrelHouseBlues.com.

Ban Comic Sans - Soak up some Anti-Comic Sans propaganda at this eccentric yet passionate cult site.

The Story of Film Test - Visit the website by the same name for a great introduction to the author and his most recent Literary work.

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Creatures of the Deep - While vegetarians may cringe at these pictures of exotic fish, there can be no doubt that in addition to their astonishing beauty, they are some of Nature's most fascinating creations.

Nick Nolte's Diary - The fact that it is fictitious does not change the fact that it is hilarious.

TGI Friday's Menu Prank - The site's creator has taken an actual menu from the chain restaurant and put his own unique, sarcastic spin on it.

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From Haven to Home - The Library of Congress's exhibition "From Haven To Home" commemorates 350
years of Jewish life in America.

The Mandeville Special Collections Library - The Mandeville Special Collections Library is home to an eccentric yet extensive archive of research information.

The History of Rock and Roll - The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum is heart of Rock's history, with an unparalleled collection of memorabilia and information on the evolution of this revolutionary musical genre.

BLM's Historical Photographs - This Bureau of Land Management's online library was created in order to make the Bureau's rich collection of images available to the general public.

Raw Food - Thankfully, the latest craze in health food, 'Raw Food', is a genuinely natural and effective dietary path to achieving a healthier mind and body.

Issue # 325

Video Game Revolution - Once again PBS, the most respected name in television, brings us a fascinating website about one of there recent original programs, 'The Video Game Revolution'.

How to do Everything - If mom never taught you to cook or dad neglected to teach you how to change a flat, this online how-to guide is just what you need.

Bohemian Opera - A tribute to Classical and Opera masterpieces, as well as a guide to finding these wonderful works in modern cinema.

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Kite Aerial Photography - Check out this Bay Area photographer's unique gallery of images, all of which have been captured by his kite.

Elvis is Alive - Features hundreds of photos, digitally manipulated to reveal just where the King has been hiding for the past 25 years.

Lincoln vs. Cadillac - Car buffs go head to head at the Lincoln vs. Cadillac community forums.

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300 Love Letters - One young woman's project/experiment to tap into the universal emotion of love that connects us all.

Makeover Solutions - Get an individual preview of new hairstyles, cosmetics, hair colors and other aesthetic alterations before you actually take the plunge.

Witnesses to Terror: The 9/11 Hearings - The site, based upon a recent program on Public Radio, explains the findings and conclusions of the 9/11 Commission.

Archaeology Channel Video Guide - A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of historic sites and increasing the public's interest in the subject of archaeology.

Swedish Street Art - Many graffiti and street artists, whose work has long been underrated and overlooked, are finally beginning to get the credibility they deserve.

Issue # 326

Ancient Observatories: Chaco Canyon - If you think Stonehenge is a fascinating piece of stonework, wait until you discover Chaco Canyon.

Creem Online - The long defunct but legendary underground rock magazine 'Creem' has been resurrected by its original founders.

I have an Idea - A non-profit site started by a collective of art directors interested in monitoring and improving the international ad trade.

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Nick's Mathematical Puzzles - Test your problem solving skills on Nick's arsenal of puzzles from the fields of algebra, geometry, number theory, calculus and logic.

Stupid Security - A wonderfully irreverent website that monitors and archives the many instances in which "security" isn't particularly an honest or necessary measure.

Mello Hippo Disco Show - Take a chill break and get mellow at this eccentric site, designed by The Future Sound of London.

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Professional Portfolio Development - Students, freelancers, and any other designers looking for work will find this website to be a useful tool to take along on the job hunt.

In the Line of Duty - This online exhibit from the National Postal Museum salutes the long history of dedication and integrity of the United States postal worker.

Random Cocktail Generator - A self-described "scienterrific" random cocktail generator that will make your next visit to the bar a little bit more interesting.

Postcards from the Attic -  A series of gifts by his father inspired this site's creator to build a beautiful gallery of postcards from the beginning of the 20th Century.

The Chaucer Metapage Audio Files - Contains links to where they can download audio files of various professors reading Chaucer's work in the 'correct' Old English pronunciation, and about the vocabulary and phonetics of the time in which he wrote.

Issue # 327

Jacques Pepin: Fast Food My Way - Get up close and personal with the French culinary artist and discover his many secrets for preparing great food in a flash.

American Garden Museum - This peaceful online museum exhibits America's beautiful and diverse gardens and the dedicated gardeners that tend to them.

Ingenious - Visitors can read a host of interesting articles on subjects such as Identity, Health and Migration, view the extensive archive of images, and participate in live debates on several current issues about the role of science in our modern society.

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Which File Extension Are You? - Take this entertaining quiz to determine whether you are a psd, tif, xls or some more exotic file type.

The Sweater Project - This hilarious website documents one guys hideous sweater collection from the 1980's.

Personal Icon Maker - Customize your own personal icon, down to the last detail, including specific eye color, hairstyle and skin color.

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Virtual Knee Surgery - Med students and people with strong stomachs can play doctor by performing virtual knee surgery, with the aid of a helpful animated doctor of course.

TravelBlog - Founded by renowned historian Miland Brown. Mr. Brown is a fellow at the World History Research Institute, and an extremely enthusiastic voice on the topics of geography and world history.

Extreme Accounting - Hold onto your calculators and get ready to rock at this extremely funny website.

The Olymperials - Discover this online museum of Olympic art, entitled Olymperial, and check out the beautiful artwork as it has progressed over the past century.

English Accents and Dialects - Courtesy of the British Library, this virtual exhibit takes a look at "England's Changing Voice", the evolution of the English accent over the past one hundred years.

Issue # 328

Science, Optics and You - This interactive tutorial "Science, Optics and You", is just one of many on this site that uses digital imaging technology to bring the unfathomable scale of our universe into perspective.

Family Style Film Guide - Adults who are concerned about the ever-increasing violence and sexual content in Hollywood films will find this site to be a useful guide.

Ancient Refuge in the Holy Land - Explores the remote Cave of Letters in the Judean Desert area of Israel.

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Meaning of Life Project - This cool project uses the wide reach of the Internet to get personal answers from people all around the world.

Aspen Man Camp - Get in touch with your inner warrior at this all-male wilderness fitness camp.

Building With Books - Students at the country's top engineering school, MIT, are using books to redefine art, design and architecture.

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Maggie Taylor - With the scanner as her tool and Photoshop her medium, photographer/artist Maggie Taylor is one of many talented artists recreating and redefining modern art.

Snafu University - Why bother stressing out when you can easily get in to Snafu University, "America's Oldest Safety School".

Looney Tunes - This portal to all things Looney Tunes will keep you updated on what your favorite characters are up to in the wide world of Movies, Television, Games, DVD/Video, and Music.

10x10 - The fully automated and autonomous website 10 X 10, takes an hourly visual pulse of the world to create an ever changing photo collage of the 100 words and pictures that are presently defining our world.

Amusing America - This exhibit showcases the history and evolution of amusement parks in the Bay area.

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The Mongols - There is much more to the story of one of the most powerful empires of all time.

Leite's Culinaria - A wonderful collection of delicious recipes, as well as reviews and writings about our favorite pastime.

Interesting Ideas - InterestingIdeas.com is a "random aggregation of content" that will keep you amply captivated for hours on end.

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Heckle Depot - Learn some great heckles to shout at the next ball game, read true fan stories and check out some of the other cool features.

Cows With Guns - This hilarious animated music video tells the story of revenge during a "Bovine Revolution".

Phrenicea.com - Glimpse the future at Phrenicea.com, a 21st-century prophecy predicting the outcome of the Internet and biotech revolutions.

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Hack a Day - This weblog for skilled hackers and wannabees serves up a daily dose of fresh news on successful hacks.

Record Store Review - An online guide to the coolest Indy record shops in major cities all around the world.

2004 Weblog Awards - Check out the best of the best in the arena of blogging at the official 2004 WebLog Awards.

Science Toys - Parents and their kids can learn how to create cool toys at home using simple household ingredients.

Platon - Visitors to Platon's website will find many familiar pop culture images, as well as a host of lesser-known photographs from his documentary projects.

Issue # 330

Smithsonian TV - An online guide to the latest exhibitions, lectures, performances and museum events made available through streaming video content from the Smithsonian.

Winter Romance Ideas - Heat up your relationship during the dark winter nights with this fun guide to Winter Romance.

TravelBlog - Backpackers and other modern nomads will love this free site, where they can keep an online travel diary of their adventures overseas.

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What Is It? - Scroll through the images and test your visual skills of perception.

OnTheSnow.com Ski Reports - A complete report of local conditions including the amount of new snow, number of open runs, and even lifts that are currently operating at your local resort.

Swizzledd'S Swizzle Stick Collection - Take a peek into one man's eccentric but passionate hobby of collecting swizzle sticks.

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A Collection Of Unexpected Photography - File Magazine collects and displays photographs that capture their subject in "unexpected ways.

Shoewawa - Fashion lovers will want to bookmark Shoewawa.com, which is a site dedicated to many girls' favourite obsession; shoes.

History of Stop-Motion Photography - Chronophotography has changed the way in which we perceive time by capturing what can only be described as the "invisible stages of movement".

The Bowling Road Trip - Learn about and follow one mans dedicated journey, inspired by his late father, to bowl in all 50 states and on every continent!

Days of Infamy - Using archived articles and voice-recorded interviews, the project contrasts and compares the nation's reaction to the two catastrophes.